📂 Food & Drink
Dragon's beard candy (龙须糖) — Chinglish Slang
📌 Quick Overview | 词条速览
Slang Name：Dragon's beard candy
Chinese：龙须糖
Type：Food & Drink / Chinglish Slang
🔎 Full Meaning | 完整释义
English：
A traditional Chinese candy made from pulled sugar into thousands of thin threads, resembling a dragon's beard. The literal name delights English-speaking tourists.
中文：
一种中国传统糖果，将糖拉成数千根细丝，形似龙须。直译名让外国游客爱不释手。
📜 Origin & Background | 词源与文化背景
"Dragon's beard candy" (龙须糖) is a centuries-old Chinese confection. The vivid literal name has become a beloved term among foodie travelers in China.
📖 Example Sentences | 双语实用例句
📌 Example 1
At the night market:
"Try this Dragon's beard candy! It melts in your mouth!"
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